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2 YA NO MÁS! Facilitator s Guide Ya No Más! is a Spanish language videobased workshop about emotional and physical violence toward women. Intended for use in women s mutual support groups, the workshop is designed to initiate discussion about a subject that is often hard to talk about. Using on-camera interviews to introduce each dramatic scenario, Ya No Más! re-enacts actual case histories to accurately portray situations of domestic abuse. Victims of domestic violence often feel a profound sense of isolation. Under the guise of love and protection, batterers often work hard to isolate women, keeping them away from family, friends, and community resources. The result is that when women need help the most, it is difficult for them to find it. This is especially true for monolingual Spanish-speakers for whom there is often a shortage of bilingual counselors, a lack of outreach to their community, and of resources and curricula in Spanish. Ya No Más! can serve as an important tool for helping women break through the silence surrounding domestic abuse. By encouraging its viewers to share their stories in a group setting, the videotape helps facilitate discussion and personal testimony about domestic violence, breaking the silence and establishing connections with other women. These new community links are crucial for helping women overcome abusive situations and begin the process of healing and transformation. Ya No Más! was sponsored by the Grupo de Mujeres de San Cristobal Las Casas, A.C. (Women s Group of San Cristobal Las Casas) of Chiapas, Mexico, which maintains a women s rape and domestic violence intervention center. The project began with a grant from Sociedad Mexicana Pro- Derechos de la Mujer to the Grupo de Jujeres toward the production of a video. The Grupo de Mujeres selected a team of filmmakers from San Francisco, California to develop the project in collaboration with psychologists, activists, and social workers in Mexico and the United States. The stories contained in the video were cowritten with the Grupo de Mejures based on case studies from their files. The video was shot entirely on location in San Cristobal de Las Crisas. Post-production, which included video editing training for five Latina interns, was completed in San Francisco. Most of the actors were amateurs (including teachers, social workers, students, a biologist, a psychologist, a restaurant worker, a shopkeeper and a radio announcer) from San Cristobal.

3 Domestic Violence: An Overview In the United States, domestic violence is the greatest single cause of injury to women, more than rape, muggings and car accidents combined. The majority of admissions to emergency rooms of women between the ages of are victims of beatings or other attacks by their current or former partner. In Peru, 70 % of all crimes reported to the police involve domestic violence. In Mexico, a study revealed that 67 % of women in the home are beaten by their partners. In India, eight out of ten wives are victims of beatings, dowry-related abuse or murder. Abuse is a major precipitant of alcoholism, depression and suicide, and it is overwhelmingly likely that children who are victims of violence in the home will themselves continue the cycle as adults. Physical, sexual and emotional violence toward women is a worldwide problem of epidemic proportions. For many women, domestic violence is a daily reality that threatens their health, safety, and even their lives. Despite the magnitude of violence against women, however, it continues to be seen as a private matter. Sexism, religious and social customs, and an unsupportive legal system bolster an environment in which women feel unjustified and unsafe in speaking out. Even in societies with laws against domestic and sexual violence, abuse continues when judges, lawyers, police, clergy and even family and friends fail to take meaningful, supportive action. Far from a private matter, domestic violence is an issue of public health and safety. It is a serious social problem held in place by gender bias and inequality. Until abusers are held accountable and action is taken at all levels of society to help women and children escape abuse, the cycle of violence in the home will continue unabated.

4 About the Video Workshop Groups working with victims of domestic violence report that many women have difficulty speaking openly about their experiences, especially in the early stages of counseling. The trauma of violence is often accompanied by feelings of guilt and shame, and women feel responsible for having brought the violence upon themselves. Besides the stigma against speaking out about their situations, many women are conditioned to believe that it is a part of their role as women to accept abuse. They are taught that enduring abuse is the only way to protect and preserve their marriage and family. One approach to countering domestic abuse is to form support groups to: Create a safe and confidential space where women can help each other. Help women find a common bond with others in similar situations and see that theirs is a problem shared by many others. Provide a solid support system for women who are ready to take concrete steps to end violent situations. The video serves to invite discussion in two ways. First, the on-camera interviews show women speaking openly about abuse, providing role models for workshop participants. Second, the dramatic scenarios provide a common ground for group discussion, allowing women to begin talking without feeling pressure to reveal details about their personal lives. Objectives of the Workshop To educate and inform: the workshop is designed to let women know that domestic violence take the form of physical, sexual and emotional abuse, and touches women from all soicoeconomic, cultural and racial backgrounds. To provide a common basis for discussion: since domestic violence makes victims feel alone and helpless, establishing connections with other women is essential in the process of healing and transformation. The video allows women to begin discussion by talking about the video scenarios rather than feeling pressure to talk about themselves, freeing them from the stigma associated with victimization. To encourage women to break the silence: since talking about domestic violence is taboo in many segments of society, simply seeing another woman talk openly about her own abuse can be a powerful motivation to speak out. To build support and solidarity among women: by discussing domestic violence in an open and supportive setting, women can find the emotional support they need in their struggle to break out of the cycle of violence.

5 Recommendations for Usage It is encouraged that the video be used as part of a one and a half to two hour workshop that allows enough time and space for discussion and reflection. The video should be accompanied by a facilitator who can elaborate on options and resources for survivors of violence, and provide support for those who disclose ongoing abuse. The facilitator should be familiar with the video and accompanying material before showing it to any group. discuss something, make a comment, or if they are having difficulties in dealing with the material. The Video The video is broken into seven stories, and can be shown either in its entirety or in separate segments. Regardless of how the video is show, it is important to allow plenty of time for discussion after the video presentation. How to Present the Video Before the workshop: Watch the video Anticipate possible reactions to the video Prepare questions for discussion. During the workshop: Prepare participants for what they are about to see. You may find it helpful to discuss the format of the video and explain that the video is intended to help the participants understand more about domestic violence and how it affects people s lives. Explain that the violence and language in the video may be disturbing and take time to address any doubts or concerns the group might have. It may also be useful to discuss possible reactions to these scenes before showing the video. Empower the participants to interrupt the showing at any time if they want to

6 Group Exercises and Discussion Discuss the dynamics of violence in the context presented in the video. How does the abuse affect the woman? Her children? Her other relationships? How does she deal with the situation? How do her family and friends respond? Are any of the situations represented familiar to the participants? Discuss the cycles of violence. How is abuse perpetuated from parents to children and then to their grandchildren? How does the cycle perpetuate itself within a relationship (rising tension, violence, release of tension)? What constitutes abuse? What are the differences and similarities between physical and emotional abuse? How do economic factors play a role in domestic violence? What role do alcohol and drugs play in abusive situations? Discuss the concepts of human and civil rights and how they relate to women in abusive situations. As women begin to feel comfortable, encourage theme to share their experiences with the group and provide support and analysis for one another. Ask for feedback on the presentation: What does the audience like and /or not like? Are there stereotypes in the different stories? Discuss dynamics not seen in the video, such as sexual violence, police intervention, local resources, gay and lesbian violence, etc. Provide information on legal and practical steps to take to deal with situations of domestic violence. Discuss the roles and responsibilities of relevant authorities, such as police and courts, and talk about the available resources, such as women s networks, shelters, etc. Public Education Workshops The Ya No Más! video workshop can be used as an educational tool for public forums on domestic violence. It is recommended that the format be similar to that of the mutual support groups, although public forums can be tailored to the audience and the particular issues the organizers/facilitators wish to address.

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